Hire Manager/ Sound & Lighting Engineer
White's Sound & Lighting
Grays, Essex (Warehouse-based with UK-wide travel)
Salary: From £26,000 per year (Depending on Experience)
Job Types: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent
About Us
White's Sound & Lighting is a growing event production company providing professional sound, lighting, staging, and event production services throughout the UK.
We deliver technical solutions for festivals, concerts, corporate events, private functions and live productions, building our reputation on high-quality equipment, reliability and exceptional customer service.
As our business continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Hire Manager / Sound & Lighting Engineer to become a key part of our team.
The Role
This is a varied, hands-on position combining warehouse management with live event engineering.
You'll oversee the day-to-day operation of our hire department, ensuring equipment is correctly prepared, maintained and returned to the highest standard. You'll also work on-site at a wide range of events, from private functions to major festivals.
If you're organised, technically minded and take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all hire equipment through prep and de-prep.
- Maintain accurate stock records using RMS hire management software.
- Test, clean and prepare sound, lighting and production equipment.
- Diagnose faults and carry out repairs.
- Manufacture and repair cables.
- Ensure all equipment is presented to the highest standard before dispatch.
- Organise warehouse operations and maintain a clean, safe and efficient working environment.
- Load and unload vehicles for events.
- Work on-site as a Sound & Lighting Engineer.
- Lead the technical delivery of festivals and large-scale productions.
- Carry out equipment servicing and preventative maintenance.
- Assist with stock management and inventory control.
About You
You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience within the live events or entertainment industry.
- Experience using RMS hire management software.
- Strong knowledge of professional audio, lighting and production equipment.
- Experience repairing cables and maintaining technical equipment.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- A proactive attitude with strong problem-solving skills.
- Pride in maintaining equipment to a professional standard.
- A full UK driving licence (preferred).
Working Hours
We can offer either a full-time or part-time permanent position depending on the successful applicant.
Warehouse hours:
- Monday to Friday
- 9:00am – 5:00pm
Due to the nature of the live events industry, flexibility is essential. Evening, weekend, bank holiday and overnight work will occasionally be required when supporting events, festivals and installations.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Full-time or part-time opportunities.
- Opportunity to work on exciting festivals, concerts and major live events.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Career progression within a growing company.
- Friendly, supportive and professional working environment.
- Access to industry-leading sound, lighting and production equipment.
Benefits
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Training and development opportunities
- Career progression
- Company events
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
- Overtime
- Night shifts
- Flexitime where required
Experience
Preferred:
- Live events: 2 years
- Sound & Lighting Engineering: 2 years
- RMS Hire Management Software
- Warehouse or hire operations
Licence/Certification
Preferred:
Equal Opportunities
White's Sound & Lighting is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities.
Apply Now
If you're passionate about live events and want to work with a growing production company delivering events across the UK, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a short covering letter explaining your experience and why you'd be a great fit for White's Sound & Lighting.
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
